Carter County Courthouse and WWI Monument (Van Buren, Missouri)
This courthouse is noteworthy for its distinctive Ozark stonework. The building was originally constructed in 1871, but was expanded and remodeled in 1936 as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project. It is a classic example of regional vernacular style, that would fit seamlessly in any northern Arkansas or southern Missouri county seat.
The Carter County Courthouse was designed by the firm of Heckenlively & Mark, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2022.
The Carter County WWI Monument on the courthouse grounds was sculpted by John Paulding, and was erected in 1921. It is considered a contributing object to the courthouse's National Register listing.
Carter County Courthouse and WWI Monument (Van Buren, Missouri)
This courthouse is noteworthy for its distinctive Ozark stonework. The building was originally constructed in 1871, but was expanded and remodeled in 1936 as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project. It is a classic example of regional vernacular style, that would fit seamlessly in any northern Arkansas or southern Missouri county seat.
The Carter County Courthouse was designed by the firm of Heckenlively & Mark, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2022.
The Carter County WWI Monument on the courthouse grounds was sculpted by John Paulding, and was erected in 1921. It is considered a contributing object to the courthouse's National Register listing.